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The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for the automotive and non-automotive markets. We are committed to bringing life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems leverages the power of collaboration and innovation to provide quality and service excellence for our customers worldwide.

Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 43,000 employees in 62 locations in 25 countries. We encourage lifelong learning and provide the resources to help our team members build the foundation for a strong future with us. We strive to promote from within, offering excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Position Summary:

Familiar with airbag or airbag inflator technology and related technical information. Adhere to implementation of the product strategy and roadmap established by the organization. Responsible for product development of assigned inflator types for both core and application engineering activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities outlined in the job description are to be used as a guideline and are not meant to be all-inclusive of the essential functions of the position. Other duties may be assigned, as necessary

• Complete benchmark analysis of competitor products by disassembling, testing etc. and compare against company products to identify interesting design points and technical trends.
• Develop product variants for platform specific applications.
• Identify and implement cost optimization activities to improve product cost competitiveness.
• Support quotation work related to program acquisition.
• Lead new product development for assigned projects through PV, and provide engineering support throughout production.
• Support evening and early morning meetings, as needed.
• Prepare design review presentations and related deliverables including DFMEAs, DV/PV reports, margin studies, engineering orders, drawings and BOMs.
• Lead and assist in 8D activities, including the use of industry typical root cause analysis tools such as Ishikawa diagrams, 5 whys, and fault tree analysis.
• Follow the requirements of the QMS, ensuring all work follows released procedures and processes.
• Work well with cross functional teams both locally and globally (China, Mexico, Europe, test, prototype, quality, manufacturing, etc.)
• Identify, plan and direct testing activities on components and assigned product to ensure operational performance meets design specifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Individual working capability and being proactive.
• Innovative thinking capability.
• DFMEA. Capable to use product development core tools like DFMEA
• Familiar with the DFSS working flow.
• Fluent in listening, speaking, reading and writing in English.
• WORD/EXCEL/POWERPOINT；Familiar with PC and Office software.
• Capable to use CAD software like SolidWorks, CATIA or similar.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor degree or equivalent, major in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering field.
• Above 5 years in automotive product development work experience.

We are an Affirmative Action/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.